440C Stainless Steel Barstock for Knife Making -- 1/8" x 1-1/2" x 12"
440C Stainless Steel Barstock for Knife Making -- 1/8" x 1-1/2" x 12"
440C Stainless Steel Flat Barstock is a high-carbon martensitic stainless steel widely used for knife making, cutlery, surgical instruments, and wear- resistant parts. It offers a strong combination of corrosion resistance, hardness, and edge retention, making it a popular choice for stock removal blades and precision components. Supplied in the annealed condition for easier machining, drilling, profiling, and grinding before heat treat, 440C is well suited for makers who want a stainless steel with proven performance and a fine finished appearance.
Product Features
- Premium grade martensitic 440C Stainless Steel barstock for making knife blades
- High carbon alloy contains 17% chromium, 1.1% carbon, 1% manganese, 1% silicon, and 0.17% molybdenum
- Dimensions are 1/8" x 1-1/2" x 12"
- High strength, moderate corrosion resistance, and good hardness and wear resistance